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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Listening to Margolius on the radio, what does Kovály realize about what he says?
(a) That he sounds ill.
(b) That it is not her husband speaking.
(c) That he is holding back tears.
(d) That it is a memorized speech.

2. Why is Kovály unable to move into a cheaper apartment after Margolius' arrest?
(a) She cannot afford the moving fees.
(b) There is a housing shortage in Prague.
(c) The party refuses to let her.
(d) She is under house arrest.

3. in 1968, who amasses military forces along the Czech borders?
(a) America.
(b) Japan.
(c) Germany.
(d) The Soviet Union.

4. After her illness, what does Kovály do to prepare to reenter the outside world?
(a) Kovály learns to speak Russian.
(b) Kovály writes letters to long-lost friends and family.
(c) Kovály dyes her clothing black.
(d) Kovály devotes herself to Communism.

5. After her husband's death, for what does Kovály fear she would be arrested?
(a) For plotting Margolius' escape.
(b) For interfering with the investigation of Margolius' crimes.
(c) For being unemployed.
(d) For conspiring with him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who greets Kovály and Margolius at the anniversary celebration?

2. What punishment does Margolius receive for his supposed crimes?

3. How old is Margolius when Kovály sees him last?

4. How is Margolius associated with Rudolf Slánský?

5. What anniversary celebration does Kovály and Margolius attend in 1950?

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